The Everything Feed - All Packet Pushers Pods IPB181: Answering Your IPv6 Questions
Aug 14, 2025
The hosts tackle listener questions on IPv6, discussing its rise to over 50% usage and what it means for IT. They break down using DHCPv6 versus SLAAC in home networks and share solutions for common issues like server accessibility. The conversation shifts to email services, covering the critical updates needed for a smooth transition to IPv6. Innovations around NAT66 and the future of network access technologies like ZeroTier spark lively debate, leaving listeners intrigued about IPv6's impact on the digital landscape.
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Let SLAAC Handle Renumbering
- Rely on SLAAC for automatic renumbering so devices keep working without admin intervention.
- Use mDNS and SLAAC-assigned addresses for local services like printers and discovery.
Use SLAAC For Home IPv6
- Avoid DHCPv6 for home networks and use SLAAC instead for simplicity and broad OS support.
- SLAAC handles DNS via RAs and simplifies automatic renumbering without extra services.
Use Tunnels For Remote Home Access
- Use VPNs like WireGuard, ZeroTier, or Tailscale to access home devices reliably across renumbering events.
- These tunnels avoid exposing changing public addresses and simplify remote access.